## Report on Delhi Technological University Ordinance Seventh, 2018 relating to Convocation
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes the "Delhi Technological University Ordinance Seventh, 2018 relating to Convocation" based on the provided government policy text. This ordinance establishes guidelines and procedures for convocations at the Delhi Technological University (DTU). Key provisions include the annual holding of convocations, the conferment of degrees (including honorary degrees), and specifies procedures for notice, fees, academic dress, precedence, and general conduct. The ordinance grants the Vice-Chancellor certain discretionary powers to address unforeseen issues or approve amendments.
**2. Introduction:**
This report provides an overview and analysis of the "Delhi Technological University Ordinance Seventh, 2018 relating to Convocation." The analysis is based solely on the text of the provided government policy document. The aim is to offer informative insights into the ordinance’s objectives, provisions, and potential impact.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* **Core Objective(s):** The core objective is to establish a structured framework for the organization and execution of convocations at Delhi Technological University for conferring degrees and other distinctions. This includes both regular and special convocations for honorary degrees.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
* **New Policy:** This is a new policy document. The ordinance addresses the need for a formal, defined, and standardized procedure for convocations within the Delhi Technological University. It provides structure and clarity regarding the roles, responsibilities, and processes involved in the conferring of degrees and honors.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
* The policy establishes that convocations are to be held annually.
* The Chancellor fixes the date for annual convocations.
* The Vice-Chancellor can confer degrees in advance of the annual convocation in specific circumstances (students going abroad or other essential situations).
* Special convocations are to be held for conferring honorary degrees.
* The ordinance specifies that academic processions are formed as per regulations.
* The Vice Chancellor welcomes distinguished persons and requests the Chancellor to confer the Honorary Degree.
* The Registrar or a designated officer must provide at least four weeks' notice of the convocation.
* Candidates unable to attend convocation must pay a fee to receive their degree.
* Honorary degrees are conferred at special convocations and can be received in person or absentia.
* Academic dress and order of precedence will be as prescribed in the Regulations.
* The Vice-Chancellor has the authority to make decisions on issues not covered in the ordinance, or in cases of differing interpretations, after consulting with university Deans.
* The Vice-Chancellor can approve amendments in special circumstances, subject to ratification by the Board of Management (BoM) at its next meeting.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
Based on the text, the primary target audience and stakeholders are:
* **Students:** Those graduating and receiving degrees.
* **University Administration:** Especially the Registrar, Vice-Chancellor, Chancellor, Deans, and the Board of Management (BoM).
* **Faculty and Staff:** Involved in the organization and execution of convocations.
* **Distinguished Persons:** Those receiving honorary degrees.
* **The Dte. of Printing and Controller of Publications:** Responsible for the publication of this ordinance.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible agency/bodies:** Delhi Technological University, Board of Management, Registrar, Vice-Chancellor, Deans.
* **Timelines or procedures:**
* Convocations are to be held annually.
* Four weeks' notice is required for convocations.
* Changes approved by the VC must be ratified at the next BoM meeting.
* The registrar or designated officer, issues notice, program and convocation procedure.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
* The intended outcome is a standardized and well-regulated convocation process at Delhi Technological University. This should lead to greater efficiency, transparency, and fairness in the conferring of degrees and honors. The ordinance provides a framework for handling various situations, including special cases and unforeseen circumstances. This ordinance ensures proper record keeping and distribution of degree certificates.
**9. Conclusion:**
The "Delhi Technological University Ordinance Seventh, 2018 relating to Convocation" is a significant document for establishing a clear and consistent framework for convocations at DTU. It defines the roles and responsibilities of key university personnel, outlines procedures for the ceremony, and addresses various contingencies. This ordinance is crucial for maintaining the integrity and prestige of the University's academic awards.
Key Entities Referenced
Delhi: Location where the notification was issued and where the annual convocation is to be held.
Delhi Technological University: University to which the ordinance applies and which will hold the convocation.
Delhi Technological University Act, 2009: Legal act under which the ordinance is created.
Board of Management, Delhi Technological University: Governing body of the Delhi Technological University that makes the ordinance.
Ordinance Seventh, 2018: Name of the ordinance relating to convocation in Delhi Technological University.
Chancellor: Official who fixes the date for the annual convocation.
Vice Chancellor: Official who may confer a degree in advance of the Annual Convocation and welcomes distinguished persons during special convocations.
Registrar: Official responsible for giving notice of the convocation.
New Delhi: Location of the Government of India Press.
Madhusudan Singh: Registrar of Delhi Technological University.
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PART IV
राष्ट्रीय रािधानी राज्य क्षत्रे दिल्ली सरकार
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DELHI TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
NOTIFICATION
Delhi, the 23rd September, 2022
F. No. F. DTU/Council/BOM-AC/Notification/31/2018/1757.— In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-
section (1) of section 23 read with sub-section (1)(a) of Section 32 of the Delhi Technological University Act, 2009
(Delhi Act 6 of 2009), the Board of Management, Delhi Technological University hereby makes the
followingOrdinance (Seventh), 2018relating to “Convocation in Delhi Technological University”.
1. Short Title and Commencement
(a) This Ordinance may be called the Delhi Technological University Ordinance(Seventh), 2018 relating to
“Convocation in Delhi Technological University”.
(b) This ordinance shall come into force on the date of its publication in the official Gazette.
2. Convocation
Convocation for the purpose of conferring degrees and other distinctions of the University shall be held annually
at Delhi on such date as the Chancellor may fix.
Provided that the Vice Chancellor may confer a degree in advance of the Annual Convocation on students
proceeding to Universities abroad for further studies or in any other situation where considered essential.
3. Special Convocation
A special Convocation shall be held for the purpose of conferring Honorary Degree on a distinguished person(s).
The Academic procession of the special convocation shall be formed as per regulations. The Vice Chancellor
shall welcome the distinguished person(s) and shall read out the citation and request the Chancellor to confer the
Honorary Degree.
4. Notice
Not less than four weeks’ notice of the Convocation shall be given by the Registrar or an Officer designated for
the purpose by the Vice Chancellor.The Registrar, or the Officer designated for the purpose, shall issue to each
member of the Convocation along with the notice, a copy of the program of the Convocation and information
about the procedure to be observed thereat.
5. Fee
The candidates who fail to attend the Convocation or wish to obtain their degree in absentia shall pay a fee as
prescribed by the University from time to time. Their degree certificates will be mailed by registered insured post
after the Convocation.
6. Honorary Degree
Honorary Degree shall be conferred at Convocation / Special Convocation and may be taken in person or in
absentia. The presentation of the persons at the Convocation on whom Honorary Degrees are to be conferred
shall be made by the Vice -Chancellor or by a person nominated by him.
7. Academic Dress
The Academic Dress of the University for the Convocation shall be in a manner as prescribed in the Regulations.
8. Convocation Precedence
The order of precedence in the convocation shall be in a manner as prescribed in the Regulations.
9. Convocation Procedure
The Convocation procedure shall be as laid down in the Regulations.
10. Subject to the provisions of the Act, Statues and Ordinances, the issues not covered in this Ordinance or in the
event of differences of interpretation, the Vice Chancellor may take a decision, after obtaining the opinion of a
Committee consisting of any or all the Deans of the University. The decision of the Vice Chancellor shall be
final.
11. In special circumstances, the Vice Chancellor may, on behalf of the BoM, approve amendment, modification,
insertion or deletion of an Ordinance(s), which in his opinion is necessary or expedient for the smooth running of
a program, provided that all such changes shall be reported to the BoM in its next meeting for ratification.
By Order and in the Name of Board of Management of
Delhi Technological University,
Prof. MADHUSUDAN SINGH, Registrar
Uploaded by Dte. of Printing at Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi-110064
and Published by the Controller of Publications, Delhi-110054.